RogueScanFix

Overview

RogueScanFix was a free malware removal tool designed to detect and remove rogue security software that falsely claimed to detect threats in order to trick users into purchasing fake security products. The tool specifically targeted malware that modified system settings and injected fake scan results.

Features

• Detects and removes rogue security software.
• Scans and cleans system modifications caused by fake antivirus programs.
• Restores altered system settings to default values.
• Portable and does not require installation.
• Generates a log file of detected threats and removed items.

Compatibility

RogueScanFix was compatible with:

• Windows XP
• Windows Vista
• Windows 7

It has been discontinued and may not be effective against modern rogue malware threats.

Usage

1. Download RogueScanFix from a trusted security source.
2. Run the executable as an administrator (no installation required).
3. Start the scan and allow the tool to detect rogue security software.
4. Follow on-screen instructions to remove detected threats.
5. Restart the computer if prompted.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• ✔ Specialized tool for removing rogue security programs.
• ✔ Portable and lightweight.
• ✔ Easy to use for malware removal.

Cons

• ✘ Discontinued and no longer updated.
• ✘ Limited to rogue security software detection.
• ✘ Not effective against modern malware.

Alternative Software

• AdwCleaner – A modern tool for removing adware and rogue programs.
• Malwarebytes – A comprehensive malware removal tool.
• HitmanPro – Cloud-based malware detection and removal tool.

Developer

• Company: Unknown
• Status: Discontinued (No longer maintained)

External Links

• (No official website available)
• May be found on archived security forums (use caution when downloading).